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Al Dar Island

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Al Dar Island is Bahrain's best-kept secret: a Mediterranean
beach resort with sparkling blue seas that offers activities like
dolphin viewing, pearl collecting, fishing, scuba diving, boating
and other water sports. Because Bahrain's beaches are notoriously
poor, Al Dar is a popular excursion for both locals and tourists in
Manama and all over the country.

Though small, there are several beaches on Al Dar to choose
from, none of which are overcrowded due to the strict limits
regarding the number of visitors per day. The beaches are all clean
and well-kept with good shower and ablution facilities, plus
several decent restaurants and shops. The island is also known for
its beach parties and a nightlife which in Bahrain terms is quite
lively.

Booking ahead is essential, as only 150 tickets to Al Dar are
allocated per day, and international visitors are required to
present their passports at the Port Office before embarking on the
ferry to Al Dar. The Port Office is located in Sitra Fisherman's
Port, a 20-minute drive from Manama.